Can daytime sleepiness predict weight gain? New research highlights sex...
New research published in Sleep Health sheds light on how daytime sleepiness and body weight are interconnected over time, revealing key sex differences. The study found that men with higher levels of...
View ArticlePsilocybin’s mental health benefits may include improved sleep
Research into psilocybin’s promise as a mental health treatment is expanding beyond mood disorders. In a new study, researchers found that participants consumed the psychedelic substance in a...
View ArticleStudy links bedtime consistency to better emotional control in children
A recent study published in the Journal of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics sheds light on the importance of consistent bedtime routines for children. The research reveals that six-year-olds who...
View ArticleCaffeine can disrupt your sleep — even when consumed 12 hours before bed
A recent study published in Sleep sheds light on the relationship between caffeine consumption and its impact on sleep. Researchers found that while a 100 mg dose of caffeine (roughly equivalent to one...
View ArticleResearchers identify two psychological traits linked to heightened nightmare...
Why do some people experience frequent nightmares while others rarely do? A new study suggests that specific psychological traits, particularly thin mental boundaries and a predisposition called...
View ArticleStudy uncovers link between dream incoherence and dissociative symptoms
A recent study published in Consciousness and Cognition explores the intriguing connection between dream experiences and dissociative symptoms, shedding light on how disrupted sleep patterns and dream...
View ArticleScientists demonstrate a novel sleep-based technique to weaken negative memories
In a recent study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, researchers detailed a way to weaken the recall of negative memories by reactivating newer, positive memories during...
View ArticleCold-water immersion found to boost cognitive function and reduce sleep...
Cold-water immersion has gained popularity as a recovery tool, often credited with promoting physical recovery and mental well-being. A recent study published in Physiology & Behavior investigated...
View ArticleSleep problems surprisingly common in adults with ADHD, study finds
A large study of adults with ADHD found that 60% of these individuals reported some type of sleep disorder. Specifically, 36% reported having problems falling asleep (delayed sleep onset), 31% reported...
View ArticleAstronaut sleep study reveals how spaceflight alters rest patterns
Astronauts face unique challenges during space missions, and their sleep patterns are no exception. A recent study conducted by researchers at Harvard College, Harvard Medical School, and NASA Ames...
View ArticleScientists show how common sleep aid disrupts brain’s natural cleaning process
Scientists have discovered that rhythmic oscillations of a specific neurotransmitter play a vital role in clearing toxic proteins from the brain during non-rapid eye movement (non-REM) sleep. These...
View ArticleA short nap boosts problem-solving by strengthening hidden connections
A recent study published in the Journal of Sleep Research provides evidence that sleep, particularly rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, enhances problem-solving ability through analogical transfer. The...
View ArticleCan light exposure help teens sleep earlier? New study suggests yes
A study of a small group of adolescents found that their sleep patterns are associated with their exposure to light during the day. Adolescents exposed to more light during the daytime tended to go to...
View ArticleNew study links poor sleep quality to cannabis-related memory issues
A new study published in The American Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse has discovered that sleep problems may be a key factor in how cannabis use affects memory, highlighting the importance of sleep...
View ArticlePeople maltreated as children tend to have more severe sleep problems, study...
A study of Chinese youths found that individuals who suffered maltreatment in childhood tended to have more sleep problems, possibly due to impaired emotion regulation processes. Participants who...
View ArticleLack of TikTok self-control strongly predicts bedtime procrastination
Is TikTok use affecting young people’s sleep? A recent study published in Acta Psychologica explored this question and uncovered an interesting link between TikTok and bedtime habits. The research...
View ArticleSleep disruption interferes with consolidation of fear memories, study finds
A study on mice found that a six-hour sleep disruption interfered with the consolidation of fear memories, making them weaker. This disruption also increased the levels of mRNA encoding brain-derived...
View ArticleNew study examines the connection between daily activity and sleep quality in...
A study in China that tracked students’ physical activity for seven days found that those with insomnia slept better on days when they engaged in more vigorous physical activity or were more sedentary...
View ArticlePoor sleep in teens linked to anxiety and depression—negative thinking may be...
Teens who sleep poorly may be at risk for anxiety and depression—repetitive negative thinking may explain why. This research was published in Clinical Psychological Science. Sleep problems are common...
View ArticleSleep problems act as a mediator between chronic disease and depression
New research has revealed that individuals who have suffered a stroke, as well as those with heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension, have increased odds of developing depression. Additionally,...
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